18 Crowd-Pleasing Appetizers That Will Be Gone in Minutes

Every great meal or gathering begins with an appetizer that sets the tone. These appetizer recipes offer a range of flavors, from simple and savory to bold and indulgent, perfect for pleasing any crowd. Serve these starters, and watch as they disappear.

Antipasto Board

Antipasto Board. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make the Italian antipasto board or holiday antipasto wreath your new appetizer tradition – a delicious party platter featuring a variety of cheeses, deli meats, vegetables, and a flavorful garlicky herb dressing that’s sure to please every palate.
Get the Recipe: Antipasto Board

Brie Cranberry Bites Appetizer

Brie Cranberry Bites Appetizer. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The creaminess of brie cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet flavour of cranberry sauce in these brie cranberry bites in puff pastry.
Get the Recipe: Brie Cranberry Bites Appetizer

Arancini

Arancini Recipe.
Arancini. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Perfect arancini is moist, tender and flavorful inside and beautifully crispy on the outside. This simple arancini recipe is a great way to use up leftover risotto.
Get the Recipe: Arancini

Chicken Mozzarella Sticks

Chicken Mozzarella Sticks. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These crispy air fryer chicken mozzarella sticks are the perfect appetizer. Made with ground chicken and mozzarella sticks, this easy recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Mozzarella Sticks

Texas Cowboy Caviar Dip

Texas Cowboy Caviar Dip. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Despite its name, this Texan recipe doesn’t actually contain any fish or caviar, but it’s a delicious and colorful appetizer that’s perfect for summer barbecues, and a great option for those looking for a vegan Southwest-style dip or a bean and corn salsa.
Get the Recipe: Texas Cowboy Caviar Dip

Street Corn Nachos

Street Corn Nachos. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These elote Mexican street corn nachos offer a delicious twist to the classic Mexican nachos recipe, featuring a zesty cheese sauce and unique toppings that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Once you try them, you’ll surely agree that the combination of elote and nacho chips is an unbeatable culinary delight.
Get the Recipe: Street Corn Nachos

Avocado Herb Green Goddess Dip

Avocado Herb Green Goddess Dip. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Whether you want to dip veggie sticks, melba toast, chips, crackers, or something else, this avocado herb green goddess dip is really good. Pair it with a vegetable board or charcuterie platter and enjoy the fresh flavours in every mouthful.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Herb Green Goddess Dip

Loaded Cheeseball Bites Appetizer With Apricots

Loaded Cheeseball Bites Appetizer with Apricots.
Loaded Cheeseball Bites Appetizer With Apricots. Photo credit: Homeschool And Happiness.

Made with Greek yogurt, these loaded cheeseball bites with dried apricots and bacon are a delicious finger appetizer that won’t last long!
Get the Recipe: Loaded Cheeseball Bites Appetizer With Apricots

Spicy Seasoned Pretzels

Spicy Seasoned Pretzels.
Spicy Seasoned Pretzels. Photo credit: Flavorful Eats.

Coated in a zesty, homemade spice blend, these Spicy Seasoned Pretzels are the ultimate snack – crunchy, flavorful, and perfectly spicy! They’re great for parties, school lunches, or anytime snacking!
Get the Recipe: Spicy Seasoned Pretzels

Holiday Crostini With Scallops And Avocado

Holiday Crostini With Scallops And Avocado.
Holiday Crostini With Scallops And Avocado. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This Crostini with Scallops and Avocado is the perfect appetizer for all your holiday parties. The scallops are sauteed to perfection and placed on top of crunchy crostini spread with avocado. A drizzling of balsamic syrup really takes the flavor over the top.
Get the Recipe: Holiday Crostini With Scallops And Avocado

Baked Brie With Cranberry Raspberry Sauce

Baked Brie With Cranberry Raspberry Sauce.
Baked Brie With Cranberry Raspberry Sauce. Photo Credit: Seasonal Cravings.

The perfect appetizers for all your parties this Baked Brie with Cranberry Raspberry Sauce is easy to make and oh so delicious!
Get the Recipe: Baked Brie With Cranberry Raspberry Sauce

High Protein Hummus

High Protein Hummus.
High Protein Hummus. Photo credit: A Sweet Alternative.

This high protein hummus is perfect if you’re looking for ways to boost your intake of plant-based protein. It’s creamy and delicious!
Get the Recipe: High Protein Hummus

Chipotle Guacamole

Chipotle Guacamole Recipe.
Chipotle Guacamole. Photo credit: Haute And Healthy Living.

This chipotle guacamole is easy to make and a healthy addition to any meal! Delicious served with tortilla chips, tacos, chili or on burgers!
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Guacamole

Panko-Crusted Baked Zucchini Fries

Easy Vegan Panko-Crusted Baked Zucchini Fries.
Panko-Crusted Baked Zucchini Fries. Photo credit: Nuts & Twigs.

Crispy panko zucchini fries: a vegan delight as appetizer, snack, or side. Crisp outside, tender inside, full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Panko-Crusted Baked Zucchini Fries

Bourbon Meatballs

Bourbon Meatballs Appetizer.
Bourbon Meatballs Appetizer. Photo credit: Dishes Delish.

This bourbon meatballs recipe fits the bill of a well-loved and delicious appetizer. The meatballs are succulent, the bourbon sauce is scrumptious and their flavors complement each other famously!
Get the Recipe: Bourbon Meatballs

Cream Cheese Lobster

Cream Cheese Lobster.
Cream Cheese Lobster. Photo credit: Dishes Delish.

This phyllo cream cheese lobster appetizer recipe is mouth-wateringly delicious! Seriously, it’s little bites of scrumptious, creamy lobster goodness in a flaky cup!
Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Lobster

Quick Olive Hummus

Quick Olive Hummus.
Quick Olive Hummus. Photo credit: Whole New Mom.

This Olive Hummus Recipe is the perfect melding of those all time favorites–olives and hummus. A great easy health snack, dip, or spread.
Get the Recipe: Quick Olive Hummus

Chunky Guacamole

Chunky Guacamole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This chunky guacamole recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Made with avocados, tomatoes, green onions, chilies, lime juice, and cilantro, it is a perfect addition to any meal.
Get the Recipe: Chunky Guacamole

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